September is Food and Drink month, a celebration by National World of everything palate-pleasers across the country.
And to help mark the occasion, we’re toasting some of classic dishes, drinks and other delicacies loved by Wearsiders.
Some are Sunderland-specific, others are more regional but much-loved in the city, and we’ve included national and international favourites which Wearside does particularly well.
Let us know your favourites, and anything you think we’ve missed.

21. A late-night snack from the Bakers Oven
Something of a curiosity for visitors. It’s a popular traditional lunch stop by day, but by night it’s a dream for weekend drinkers in the city centre looking for something different to the usual takeaways. | Google Streetview Photo: Google Maps


